Google Pixel Fold vs ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro
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Google Pixel Fold
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£440.00
ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro
Starting at
£414.00What's the difference between the Google Pixel Fold and ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro?
Google Pixel Fold vs ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro comes down to the chipset, battery and screen size. Refurbished, the ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro starts at £414, £26 less than the Google Pixel Fold.
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- Chipset: Google Tensor G2 (5 nm) on the Google Pixel Fold, Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 (4 nm) on the ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro.
- The ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro has a bigger battery: 5100 mAh vs 4821 mAh.
- The Google Pixel Fold has a bigger screen: 7.6 inch vs 6.8 inch.
Google Pixel Fold vs ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro specs
The Google Pixel Fold and ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro differ mainly in design, screen, performance, and camera details. The Pixel Fold offers a larger foldable OLED screen ideal for multitasking and media, while the Nubia Z50S Pro has a smaller AMOLED display with a taller resolution fit for one-handed use. Nubia Z50S Pro packs a higher capacity battery and a Qualcomm chipset for users who prefer longer battery life and a powerful processor. Camera choices vary too, with Nubia focusing on higher megapixels for detailed selfies and main shots.
Google Pixel Fold vs ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro price
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Google Pixel Fold vs ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro battery life and software updates
Durability covers battery size, software updates, and basic system details. These factors influence daily use, how long the device runs unplugged, and software support over time.
Battery Capacity
Google Pixel Fold has a 4821 mAh battery, providing solid power for regular daily use. ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro offers a larger 5100 mAh battery, which suits users who want longer screen-on time between charges.
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Google Pixel Fold vs ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro performance
Performance depends on chipset, RAM, and storage options. These affect how smoothly apps run, multitasking ability, and how much you can save on the device.
Chipset Differences
Google Pixel Fold uses the Google Tensor G2 chipset built on a 5 nm process, suited for efficient everyday use and handling AI features. ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro has a Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 chipset built on a 4 nm process, offering strong performance for demanding apps and gaming.
RAM Capacity
Both devices come with 12 GB of RAM, supporting smooth multitasking and keeping many apps open without slowdown.
Storage Options
Google Pixel Fold is stocked with 256GB storage, ideal for users with moderate storage needs. ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro offers a larger 1TB storage option, which suits users who store large files, apps, or media directly on their device.
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Google Pixel Fold vs ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro screen
Screen quality impacts viewing comfort and how much content you see at once. Size, resolution, refresh rate, and screen type all play a role.
Screen Size and Type
Google Pixel Fold features a 7.6 inch foldable OLED screen, providing a spacious display area ideal for multitasking, watching videos, or reading documents. ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro has a 6.8 inch AMOLED screen, smaller and more pocket-friendly while still offering vivid colours and deep blacks.
Resolution and Aspect
Pixel Fold's screen resolution is 1840 x 2208, delivering a wide and slightly squarer display suited for split-screen use. Nubia Z50S Pro uses a taller 1260 x 2800 resolution, which may benefit scrolling and vertical content viewing.
Refresh Rate
Both phones have a 120 Hz refresh rate, making animations and scrolling feel smooth and responsive.
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Google Pixel Fold vs ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro camera
Audiovisual features include the camera systems, which affect photography and video calls.
Front Camera
Google Pixel Fold has an 8 megapixel front camera, suitable for clear video calls and casual selfies. ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro offers a 16 megapixel front camera, which captures more detail and can appeal to users who prioritise selfie quality.
Main Camera
The main camera on Google Pixel Fold is 48 megapixels, delivering sharp and detailed photos for everyday use. Nubia Z50S Pro has a 50 megapixel main camera, slightly higher in resolution, which may provide more detail in photos for those who enjoy photography.
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Google Pixel Fold vs ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro size and design
Other practical differences affect size, weight, connectivity, and SIM options, which influence comfort, compatibility, and everyday convenience.
Physical Dimensions and Weight
Google Pixel Fold is 139.7 mm tall, 79.5 mm wide, and 12.1 mm deep, weighing 283 g. Its folding design creates a thicker and heavier device suited to those who prefer a larger screen and don't mind extra weight. ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro measures 163.9 mm tall, 76.3 mm wide, and 8.3 mm deep, weighing 228 g, making it taller yet slimmer and lighter for easier one-handed use.
SIM Card Setup
Google Pixel Fold supports a physical SIM and eSIM, offering flexibility for users who want to use one physical card alongside a digital one. ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro has dual physical SIM slots, useful for users who prefer managing two separate physical SIM cards.
Charging Connector
Google Pixel Fold uses USB Type-C, standard for charging and data transfer. ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro has USB Type-C 3.1, which may offer faster data transfer speeds or additional features.
Network and Carrier Compatibility
Both devices support 5G mobile networks and are unlocked, giving you freedom to choose any compatible carrier.
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Google Pixel Fold or ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro: which should you buy?
Buy the Google Pixel Fold if
- you want a bigger screen (7.6 inch vs 6.8 inch)
Buy the ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro if
- you want to spend less: it starts at £414, £26 less than the Google Pixel Fold
- you want a bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4821 mAh)
- you want a higher-resolution main camera (50 megapixels vs 48 megapixels)
Google Pixel Fold vs ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro FAQs
Google Pixel Fold vs ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro comes down to the chipset, battery and screen size. Chipset: Google Tensor G2 (5 nm) on the Google Pixel Fold, Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 (4 nm) on the ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro. The ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro has a bigger battery: 5100 mAh vs 4821 mAh.
The ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro is cheaper refurbished, from £414 compared with £440 for the Google Pixel Fold.
The ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro has a bigger battery: 5100 mAh vs 4821 mAh.
The ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro has a higher-resolution main camera: 50 megapixels vs 48 megapixels.
The Google Pixel Fold gets updates until Jun 2028. We don't have published update dates for the ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro.
Refurbished, the Google Pixel Fold comes in 256GB, and the ZTE Nubia Z50S Pro in 1TB.
